Fleet Size and Availability
There are 15 Citation Sovereign aircraft for sale, including 1 off-market listing, representing 4.5% of the active fleet. Inventory remains tight and near cyclical lows, continuing to limit buyer choice. Availability has stabilized following the sharp drawdown seen late last year, but supply remains well below historical norms.
Market Listings
Asking prices currently range from $5,350,000 to $8,700,000, with active listings averaging 164 Days on Market. Pricing dispersion continues to reflect differences in vintage, interior condition, connectivity upgrades, and overall pedigree. Later-serial-number and well-upgraded aircraft continue to command the upper end of the sold pricing range, while earlier examples trade on value.
Sales Activity
Over the last six months, 27 Citation Sovereigns have sold, including 5 off-market transactions, at prices ranging from approximately $3,250,000 to $8,700,000. Sold aircraft averaged 264 Days on Market, reflecting a mix of faster-moving, turn-key aircraft and older listings that required pricing adjustments before closing. Sales volume has remained steady, supporting consistent underlying demand.
Key Takeaways
• Inventory remains constrained, supporting firm pricing dynamics.
• Later-serial-number aircraft with upgraded interiors and connectivity continue to achieve pricing at the upper end of the sold market.
• Off-market transactions remain an important component of overall liquidity.
• Earlier-vintage aircraft continue to offer value-driven opportunities for buyers.
Key Insight
The Citation Sovereign starts 2026 in a firm, buyer-selective market. Options are limited, but aircraft that are priced right and turn-key continue to attract strong interest. When pricing aligns with recent comps, sales close within a predictable number of days on market. Overall, the Sovereign remains a dependable and liquid segment of the preowned midsize jet market.
